Project Title: Wild Swans Poster. (Grade Level: 2) Objective: I can read the story Wild Swans and work with my group to create a summary and answer who, what, where, why, and when questions about the Wild Swans using a poster . Core Curriculum Objectives: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.2.1 Ask and answer such questions as who, what, where, when,... Continue Reading →
Formative Assessments Formative assessments can seem really daunting since most people think of testing when they consider formative assessments. But through discussions with my cohort, creating the assignments for activity 1, receiving feedback from my peers, and looking at additional resources- I’ve concluded that assessments should always be multi-faceted with multiple skills being targeted at... Continue Reading →
Using Positive and Negative Reinforcement in the Classroom When and how I will give positive reinforcement to students who are following the rules and procedures? I like to give as much meaningful positive reinforcement as possible since I think that this can effect how students perceive their own abilities and understanding. As a result,... Continue Reading →
2nd Grade Elementary Classroom in Tokyo *** The map and map key were created with Google Presentation and Classroom Architect. Analysis of Student Movements and Classroom Setup Furniture and Set-Up This classroom is set up to create multiple domains to learn in. The tables and chairs have been scooted back, so the students can... Continue Reading →
High Academic Expectations Resources from the TeachNow module 4 unit 3 activities 1-2 showed that high academic standards led to more student success. High academic standards are usually communicated to students both through curriculum standards which teachers use to plan their classes and the teacher’s own expectations of their class. High academic curriculum standards might include things like... Continue Reading →
Traveling in Eastern Asia 